The Stony Brook Seawolves (15-3, 3-0 AmEast) will attempt to lengthen their five-game winning streak against the Maine Black Bears (3-16, 1-3 AmEast) at Cross Insurance Center. The game can be seen on ESPN 3 at 1 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 19, 2019.
Stony Brook Seawolves at Maine Black Bears Free Prediction
In the Seawolves’ last contest, they dismantled the New Hampshire Wildcats, 62-44. The Seawolves made 14 of their 16 free throws (87.5 percent) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 38.5 (above their season average of 35.9). Miles Latimer had a good outing for Stony Brook, putting up 11 points and 14 rebounds.
The Black Bears lost a tough one against the Hartford Hawks in their last matchup, 77-76. One of Hartford’s largest strengths was getting to the free throw line. They had 28 free throw attempts, while Maine had 16. With 10 points and 14 rebounds, Andrew Fleming put together a good performance for Maine.
After the Seawolves won both meetings against the Black Bears last season, these teams will go head-to-head for the first time this year. In the last matchup, Stony Brook won 64-61. The Seawolves’ offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest strength over the Black Bears. Stony Brook had a rate of 31.4, while Maine posted a mark of 21.2.
The ineffective offense of Maine (333rd in the nation with an offensive efficiency of 93.2) will face off against the stingy defense of Stony Brook (59th in the nation with a defensive efficiency of 95.3). The Seawolves should have the advantage on that side of the ball. Additionally, the Seawolves, who rank 60th in free throw attempt (FTA) rate (0.277), will battle against the Black Bears, who rank 325th in opponents’ FTA rate (0.296).
Stony Brook Seawolves at Maine Black Bears ATS Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Stony Brook, O/U – Over
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Notes
Betting Notes:
Stony Brook ranks 15th in rebounds per game (40.8) while Maine ranks 241st (32.2).
The Seawolves rank 50th in assists allowed per game (11.6) while the Black Bears rank 186th (14.9).
Maine ranks 23rd in blocks allowed per game (2.4) while Stony Brook ranks 138th (4.2).
The Black Bears average 7.5 steals per game, which ranks 54th in the NCAA. The Seawolves rank 71st in steals allowed per game (5.9).
Maine averages 21.9 three pointers per game, which ranks 158th in the country. Stony Brook ranks 167th in three pointers allowed per game (23.7).
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The Seawolves’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 11.2, up from 6.9 for the season.
During their last five games, the Black Bears have scored an average of 62.0 points per game (0.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 69.6 points per game (1.6 below their season average).
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